UK named as repair hub for F-35 jets in defence industry boost

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The F-35 deal will create thousands of jobs in the UK (Source: Getty)

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The UK has been named as a global repair hub for the F-35 fighter jet.

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) said the hub would provide repair, overhaul, and upgrade services, and is expected to generate hundreds of millions of pounds for the industry.

“This establishes Britain as a hub for all European F-35s and is hugely positive news for our high-tech and innovative defence industry. It is an endorsement of the skills and capabilities the UK offers; will help create hundreds of high-end jobs, safeguard thousands more and be a substantial boost to UK exports,” said defence secretary Michael Fallon.